Employers who call their workers "independent contractors" merely to avoid unemployment, workers compensation insurance, and federal and state tax withholding etc. are headed for serious trouble with the Department of Labor (DOL) and/or the Internal … [Read more...] about Is your worker really an independent contractor
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Recruiting Resources for New Business Owners
As a new business owner, you might not be aware of the many options available to help you find your employees. The following is a list of resources to consider when you are looking to add employee(s) to your company. Your Own Website Here … [Read more...] about Recruiting Resources for New Business Owners
Starting a New Business in a Recession
Image via Wikipedia Is this the time to start a new business? Having been a banker for over 35 years, I can tell you that some of the best companies were started during a recession because they addressed a need during an economic downturn that … [Read more...] about Starting a New Business in a Recession
What Can Flexibility do for you
Image via Wikipedia If you are a Yoga participant or a gymnast, flexibility is a requirement. It is an important part of the daily process and is a process that has been learned. Not only has it been learned, it has been perfected over the course … [Read more...] about What Can Flexibility do for you
Employee Handbook Essentials
As a Human Resource consultant, I have been asked, "How important is it to have an employee handbook/manual" And the add-on question is, "What goes into an employee handbook" The first question can be pluses and minuses to a business owner - … [Read more...] about Employee Handbook Essentials
Domestic Violence Doesn’t Remain at Home
A study of domestic violence survivors by The Commonwealth Fund in New York * found that 74% of employed battered women were harassed by their partner while they were at work. Homicide was the second leading cause of death on the job for women in … [Read more...] about Domestic Violence Doesn’t Remain at Home
Payroll Expense Management
An important element of a company's profitability is their payroll expense. It is vital that a business owner realize the full cost of an employee, especially when considering adding to staff. Some examples of these costs, in addition to regular … [Read more...] about Payroll Expense Management
Smart Hiring Practices
As a business owner hiring a new employee, do you consider what additional revenue this addition to the company will create. The increased revenue can come from actual sales from the new employee or it could be that this employee @ $12.00/hour (plus … [Read more...] about Smart Hiring Practices
Going “Green” – Small Business Can Do Its Part
Those who remember Kermit the Frog’s song, “It isn’t easy being green”, will admit there are challenges for a company who wants to be environmentally responsible. A direct benefit is that an eco-friendly company will be able to attract and retain … [Read more...] about Going “Green” – Small Business Can Do Its Part
Are you a Manager or an “Ogre”?
Employee retention is one of the key issues facing businesses of all sizes. We know that turnover is expensive – two and a half times an employee’s annual salary – more for a managerial level employee. Many think money is the key motivated, but it … [Read more...] about Are you a Manager or an “Ogre”?